Strategic Partnerships and Communication Officer

Job Title

Rwanda Country Office is looking for a young and dynamic qualified candidate for supporting activities for UNICEF Rwanda@40, including commemorative initiatives, strategic communications, advocacy, and visibility related to UNICEF Rwanda@40, positioning the private sector as a key partner for children.

Company/Organisation

UNICEF

Location

Rwanda

Job Description and Responsibilities

Under the guidance and supervision of the Chief, Communications, Advocacy and Partnerships (CAP), the Strategic Partnerships and Communication Officer will:

• Support UNICEF Rwanda@40 commemorative initiatives, positioning the private sector as a key partner for children including mobilizing private sector in tree planting initiatives for every school in Rwanda;
• Support strategic communications, advocacy, and visibility related to partnerships and resource mobilization for UNICEF Rwanda@40.
• Support and strengthen private sector engagement and partnerships aligned with UNICEF Rwanda @40;
• Advance domestic resource mobilization, including corporate contributions, individual giving, and innovative fundraising mechanisms;

Key Responsibilities and Tasks

• Whole-of-Society Mobilization Workstream (Songwriting Competition, Car-Free Day Relay)
• Hope for Life: Greening Schools & Communities (Tree planting in schools)
• Children’s Gala – World Children’s Day (High-level national convening)
• Private Sector Partnerships
• Africa’s Future Voices – Youth & Diplomacy
• Legacy for Children – Voices of Service

Requirements/Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Bachelor or equivalent (First Level University Degree) in one of the following fields is required: Business Administration, Development studies, Marketing, Communication or another relevant technical field. A professional qualification in project management is required.
• Work Experience: At least 2 years of relevant work experience in one or more of the following areas is required: Partnerships, private sector development, communication, public advocacy, or another related area.
• Skills: Experience in working with the private sector in Rwanda. Experience in initiating and managing partnerships with both public and private stakeholders. Experience with establishing and operationalizing multi-stakeholder platforms. Experience in evidence based policy level advocacy. Experience in Communications.
• Language Requirements: Fluency in English and Kinyarwanda is required.

Desirables

• Language: Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language
• Advanced University Degree (i.e. Master’s degree or equivalent) in the relevant fields would be considered a strong asset.
• Relevant experience in a UN system agency or organization is considered an asset.
• Relevant experience at country level, particularly in development, fragile settings and humanitarian contexts.

How to Apply

If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here: TOR- Partnerships and Communications Officer NOB.pdf

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